February weather forecast
River Forest, IL

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a cold month in River Forest, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

River Forest ushers in February with an average high-temperature of a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout February, an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In River Forest, in February, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In River Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In River Forest, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In River Forest, in February, the average high-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How much does it rain in February?

In River Forest, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout February, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does River Forest have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does River Forest have in February?

In River Forest, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
River Forest, IL

Average temperature in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in February
River Forest, IL

Average pressure in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
River Forest, IL

Average wind speed in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in February
River Forest, IL

Average humidity in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
River Forest, IL

Average rainfall in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in February
River Forest, IL

Average rainfall days in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
River Forest, IL

Average snowfall in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
River Forest, IL

Average snowfall days in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
River Forest, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
River Forest, IL

Average sunshine days in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in February
River Forest, IL

Average UV index in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
River Forest, IL

Average cloud cover in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
River Forest, IL

Average visibility in February - River Forest, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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